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Door Handle Replacement

Door handles appear to be an insignificant thing but if you aren't happy with the way they look or are finding them difficult to use then it's time to replace them. Installing the new handle on your door is easy if you have patience.

Modern door handles are usually equipped with cover plates that hide the screws for an attractive look. However, you will need to attach them separately if the new handle does not have them attached already.

Removal of the Old Handle

Door handles aren't just an an important aesthetic addition to your home, but they're also crucial for safety as they let you lock and unlock your door. But, over time, your door handle may lose its grip, feel loose, or appear old and worn out. This is a sign that it's time to replace the door handle.

If your door handle is becoming difficult to use, it might be time to replace it. This is a serious problem since you won't be in a position to lock or unlock the door, which could put your family and yourself at risk.

Another reason to replace your door handle is if it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle is dangerous, particularly for elderly and children members who may struggle to open it. They may get trapped. It's easy to replace a broken handle on the door.

Modern door handles are usually standard sizes and should be able to fit any door. If you're not sure whether the new door handle you're buying will fit, try removing the old one and measuring its housing holes. This will allow you to purchase the right size door handle.

The easiest method to take off your old door handle is to remove it from the victorian scroll door handles. Usually you'll need a screwdriver. Some door handles come with a cover plate which hides the screws used to mount them. It is necessary to remove this to get to the screws. Once you've removed your old handle, make a note of how the spindle is attached to ensure you are able to align it when you fit your new one.

Alternatively, you can remove the door handle by uncrewing it from the latch mechanism. You can use a screwdriver to remove the door handle. But, you'll have to locate the small latch which is located on the edge trim piece. After you have removed the latch, you can take the handle off the strike plate, and then the latch off the door's edge.

Take off the Strike Plate

When replacing your handle, you'll also need to replace the latch plate that holds the hole which the door's latch hooks into when it closes. The new handles will come with two latch plates which are a circular and a rectangular plate (see the diagram above which illustrates the components of the door handle). If your current latch plate has rectangular, swap it over to the round one so that the latch hooks into the strike plate in a manner that makes the handle more comfortable to operate.

The first step is to remove the screw that holds the old latch plate in place. The screws are often quite tight and require a lot of force to loosen them. It is helpful to have a second person assist in this area if it is possible.

The latch plate should easily be removed from the door once the screws have been removed. If it's stuck or won't move, use a small nail file to scrape around the edges of the latch plate. This can help loosen the plate.

Now you can prepare the new strike plate for installation. Using the wood screws that were included with your new handles, attach the latch plate to the inside of the doorjamb. Be careful not to tighten too much the screws, as this may cause damage to the strike plate.

If you're not sure if the latch plate is in the correct position, try closing and opening the door to determine whether it latches and closes correctly. If it does not you'll have to adjust the strikeplate either up or down or forward or back until the door shuts properly.

If the door is moving or jiggling, then it may be necessary to expand the latch hole in the strike plate. This is more common on older doors. It can be caused by wear and tear hinges that are too shallow, the wrong size latch or damaged strike plate. If this is the case you can use a metal file instead of a chisel or hammer to adjust the strike plate.

Removal of the Latch

The latch is a curved metal piece which slides in and out of a hole in the inside of your door. When you turn the handle, it pushes this latch forward which allows you to open the door. It also connects to a hole in the frame of the door to keep the door closed. If your door wobbles when you close it, a new latch may be all you need to correct the issue.

It's difficult to identify the screws that secure the latch to the door, but there's usually a small hole on the trim plate that permits you to insert a screwdriver into the slot and remove it. After you've removed your trim plate, it should be simple to take off the latch and the bolts that keep the latch and spindle in place.

If the latch cannot be easily removed then use a paperclip tool to take it off the handle mechanism. Place the item in the recessed latch slot and gently twist or jiggle it until you feel the latch and window handle repairs begin to separate. You may have to do this several times before the latch comes loose enough to allow it to be pulled out.

Once the old latch is removed, you should be able to move the new latch into the slot without issues. Use the new screws to connect the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure it's correctly placed in the slot, and aligned with the screw chambers.

Take note of the backset (the distance between the center of the large hole on the front of the door and the edge) prior to installing the new handle. Check that the latch size of the new handle matches the measurement.

You'll require a brand new cylinder for your lock if replacing the handle and latch or your existing one is damaged. If you are not changing locks the new lock will fit inside your existing recess, and also work with your current keys. Make sure you select an entry point with a rectangular cover plate that match your handles.

Take off the cover plate

You can replace your door handles with a new lever and rose design to enhance the appearance of your home. You can purchase complete sets of door handles that come with matching escutcheons as well as privacy adaptor kits.

To replace upvc window handle an internal door handle, remove the cover plate (or rose), which covers the screws and mechanism. Utilize a flathead to take off the cover plate. It could have an opening on one side or be held by a pin.

When the cover plate is off, remove the screw that holds the inside handle in place and set it aside. Take off the screws that hold both the inner and outer plates. You can loosen them with a Philips Screwdriver. Remove the inner plates and latch from the door. Set them aside.

Most doors have gaps between the jamb of the door and the inside edge of the frame that makes room for a handle, but not all do. If yours does not have a handle, you'll need to drill a hole into the door. This is the same procedure for opening a locked door, but you will have to be extra cautious not to scratch the frame or door.

The installation of new door knob screws is necessary after holes have been made. Make sure you purchase the same size as the old ones, to ensure that you won't have an handle that is either too tight or too loose. Installing a new latch and strike rod is also required. They aren't included in most door window handle repairs sets.

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